School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Chemistry at Swansea University is ranked Top 350 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2022).

Chemical Engineering at Swansea University is ranked Top 250 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2022).

Materials Science and Engineering at Swansea University is ranked Top 150 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2022).

Sport and Exercise Science at Swansea University is ranked Top 100 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2022).

Whether you want to be a leader in your field or have a career in impactful research, our highly ranked postgraduate degrees will be the inspiring first step in your professional development.

Studying at the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences will prepare you for an exciting and extremely valuable career in a wide range of industries. Our degrees will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and innovative thinking to find solutions to some of the biggest challenges facing people and our planet.

You will explore both traditional and modern-day engineering and scientific principles and elements to understand how things work, to improve on them, solve problems and develop cutting-edge technology.

Gain hands-on experience with our state-of-the-art equipment, teaching and research facilities to immerse yourself in your chosen industry, stand out to employers and conduct vital research to change the way we think and live.

Increase Your Employability

We have a dedicated Employability Team to support and prepare you for your future career. From events such as Employer Talks and presentations from industry, to Skills Days, Careers Fairs, CV Sessions, and bespoke support from subject specific Employability Champions.

Find out more about how we are supporting our current students

State-Of-The-Art Facilities

With world-class research centres and sustained investment in our outstanding resources and facilities, Swansea University provides a superb environment in which to study or conduct research.

Research With a Real Impact

From the development of the Finite Element Method at Swansea in the 1960s, to our present day CWATER project using desalination water treatment and membrane technology to provide clean water in the most water poor communities around the world, we strive for our research to have a real impact and address global challenges.

Podcast Series: Exploring Global Problems

Listen to our popular podcast series and get a taste of the ground-breaking research being lead by our amazing academics at Swansea. Learn about how Swansea University is leading the way in tackling a variety of global challenges, including climate change, clean energy, and building a sustainable future.

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“Some really thought provoking topics (diverse range even across the two episodes I’ve listened to so far) from a range of speakers which is good to see, I hope this continues. Hopefully the start of a long and successful series from Swansea University!”
By saphiamarie via Apple Podcasts | United Kingdom

Inclusivity – Improving Inclusion For All

Swansea is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive working environment for all staff and students, whereby all people can reach their full potential.

Find out more about what we do with Athena Swan, empowering women in Science, creating a working and learning environment that is free from discrimination, and other ways we celebrate diversity.